If you are preparing for Hajj or Umrah, it is essential to ensure you meet the required health and vaccination regulations before travelling. At Comber Pharmacy, we provide the mandatory Meningitis ACWY vaccination along with official certification required for entry into Saudi Arabia.
Our private travel clinic in Comber, Northern Ireland offers a simple, professional, and convenient service to help you prepare for your pilgrimage with confidence.
All travellers attending Hajj, Umrah, or seasonal work in Saudi Arabia must present a valid Meningococcal ACWY vaccination certificate.
Failure to meet these requirements may result in denied entry or travel delays.
We recommend booking your appointment 6–8 weeks before travel to ensure you meet all deadlines comfortably.
Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial infection that can lead to meningitis (infection of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord) and septicaemia (blood poisoning).
The ACWY vaccine protects against four strains of meningococcal bacteria and is a mandatory requirement for pilgrims travelling to Saudi Arabia.
During previous Hajj seasons, meningococcal outbreaks were reported due to the high density of international pilgrims.
Since 2002, the Saudi Arabian authorities have required proof of vaccination to:
After receiving your vaccine at Comber Pharmacy, you will be issued with an official vaccination certificate.
This certificate:
Please ensure all information provided during your appointment is accurate and up to date.
1. Book Online
Schedule your appointment through our website at a time that suits you.
2. Attend Your Appointment
Visit Comber Pharmacy at your scheduled time.
3. Pharmacist Consultation
A qualified pharmacist will confirm your travel requirements and suitability for vaccination.
4. Vaccination & Certification
Receive your Meningitis ACWY vaccine along with your official certificate.
Convenient for patients searching:
In addition to Hajj and Umrah vaccinations, we also provide:
Great experience. Professional and knowledgeable. Also, treatment not required so booking fee refunded. Very impressed from start to finish. Excellent set up with easy access (ref parking) and user friendly booking system.. Thank you. Lorna
I have lost a total of 5 stone and 7lbs since starting my weight loss journey and 3 stone since starting on monjaro since August and the guidance and help and encouragement I have received has been amazing
A STAR any time I have visited here! Will is by far the best man for this job!
Fantastic to have a face to face consultation with a real pharmacist in my own hometown and to be able to walk away with the medication.
Yes. A valid vaccination certificate is required for entry into Saudi Arabia for Hajj, Umrah, and certain work visas.
The certificate is typically valid for up to 3 years, provided it meets Saudi entry requirements.
At least 10 days before departure, though we recommend booking 6–8 weeks in advance.
Yes. You will receive an official certificate after vaccination, which must be presented during travel.
Yes. Our travel clinic can assess and provide additional vaccinations depending on your destination and needs.
A modern, patient-focused pharmacy delivering expert healthcare, trusted advice, and clinically proven weight loss treatments across Comber, Newtownards, and Belfast.
© 2025 Copyrights Reserved
